Lantronix MSS100, 1-T2 manual Software, Configuration

Introduction Software

The MSS also implements basic Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) functionality. SNMP commands enable users, usually system administrators, to get information from and control other nodes on a local area network (LAN), and respond to queries from other network hosts. The MSS allows conÞguration of one community name with read/write access.

¥IPX/ SPX (NetWare)

The MSS provides IPX/SPX access to the serial device from NetWare and any other IPX/SPX nodes. It allows users to download system Þles from NetWare hosts and log into the MSS via NetWare for remote conÞguration.

The MSS supports all four NetWare frame types: Ethernet v2, Native mode, 802.2, and 802.2 SNAP.

¥Local Area Transport (LAT)

LAT is a protocol developed by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) for local network connections and is supported on most DEC operating systems. The MSS provides logins to remote hosts and host-initiated connections, as well as access to the MSS serial port from LAT hosts.

1.3Software

The CD-ROM shipped with the MSS contains operational software. It also contains EZWebCon software which can be used to conÞgure the unit.

The MSS is equipped with Flash ROM, so it is not necessary to download software each time the unit boots. Software must only be reloaded if there is a problem with the Flash ROM, or if a new software version is released.

1.4 Configuration

Each MSS has a unique name and network address printed on its underside. The name is based on the MSS Ethernet address and is referred to in the manual as MSS_xxxxxx. The xxxxxx string represents the last six digits of the MSS Ethernet address. Be sure to note the Ethernet address before conÞguring the unit.

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